by Nathan Richie | Jun 6, 2018 | Astor House, City of Golden, Golden History Museum
In 2016, Astor House closed to undergo a major structural rehabilitation. The foundation was shored, basement retaining walls poured, new steel beams and columns installed, and new water drainage system built. The museum, which suffered years of declining attendance,...
by Nathan Richie | Aug 21, 2017 | Astor House
Built in 1867, Astor House has stood sentinel at the corners of 12th and Arapahoe Streets in downtown Golden for 150 years. They building is symbolic not only of the city’s pioneer past, but also for the community’s historic preservation movement. In 1972, Astor House...
by Doug Skiba | Mar 1, 2017 | Informer
The Astor House’s storied history begins a new chapter with the completion of construction to improve its foundation and shore up its supports. City staff and contractors discovered new history disclosed during the process and are looking forward to a productive...
by Doug Skiba | Dec 24, 2016
Astor House: Life after the Territorial Capital Housing territorial legislators is what the Astor House is best known for while the territorial capital was located in Golden. However, after the capital moved to Denver, Astor House evolved into the community’s place...
by Nathan Richie | Nov 15, 2016 | Astor House
After more than four months of construction, the interior portion of Astor House historic rehabilitation is now complete! The interior finishes will not be completed until after the future use of Astor House has been determined. What an amazing adventure! A strong a...
